Oman’s 1,800m long zipline could be operational by Q4, 2022 says official

Plans are also underway to develop new hotels in the Musandam Governorate to attract more tourists. 65% of construction works have been...

ASGC launches new Roads, Infrastructure and Marine Works division

Division formed in response to the increasing need for infrastructure projects in the UAE. ASGC Construction has announced the formation of a...

Dar Al Arkan begins construction works on $272mn W Residences Dubai

Stromek Emirates Foundations to execute the shoring, excavation and piling works, while BHS Engineering Consultants is the architect of record. Dar Al...

Is repurposing structures the future of sustainable development?

Repurposing structures makes absolute sense in a world striving to lessen its impact on the planet and its natural resources. In architecture,...

JIIC awards $11mn contract to APCC for new 66-berth marina in Marfa Al Jubail

Marina is being built as part of the Marina District within Marfa Al Jubail, which is part of the $2.72bn Jubail Island...

Built environment has “several great opportunities” to reduce GHG emissions says ALEC Sustainability Committee

In 2021 the contractor established a Sustainability Policy that is linked with its Sustainability Framework . In an exclusive conversation with Middle...

Manitowoc launches new version of Potain MCT 565 for short-jib applications

Originally in three capacities (20t, 25t, and 32t), there is now an 'A' version of the MCT 565 M32, capable of working...

Diriyah Gate and Saudi’s OSP ink MoU to use sustainable polymer construction material

The developer said it is carrying out projects that rely on sustainability principles and environment protection. A memorandum of understanding (MoU) has...

Intertek and Knauf launch training programme to boost construction standards

Programme is an expansion of Knauf’s own education and examination programme for the installation of its systems, certified by Intertek for compliance...